8th Grade

Math

Unit 1:

Links to math sites for word problem practice relating to rational numbers: (TA TEKS 6D)
Ordering Rational Numbers
Faction Games
Comparing Integers
7th & 8th Grade Math Links

Unit 2:

Links to math sites for word problem practice relating to geometry: (TA TEKS 6D)
7th & 8th Grade Math Links
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
Measurement Practice
Various Technology Lessons used for change in dimension, etc.

Unit 3:

Technology Project to teach using Excel involving Wrapping Paper Sales (TA TEKS: 6A)
Calculating Interest in Saving Tech Lesson using Excel

Unit 5:

Overview of Google Docs and Forms (TA TEKS: 1B, 2B, 2C, 3D, 6D, 6J, 6L, 6N)
Creating, sending, sharing, and editing a form
Tutorial on using Microsoft Office (TA TEKS: 1A, 2C, 3D, 4F, 6A, 6D)
GCF Learning Free - http://www.gcflearnfree.org/office
Tessellation Website

Science

Process Skills:

8.1A

MSDS Sheets
http://www.fishersci.com/ecomm/servlet/msdssearchhome?LBCID=01398613&showMSDSSearch=Y&storeId=10652

8.2A

Significant Questions for Investigation
Testable Questions for Investigation (TA: 4A)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Getting-Started/Investigation.html

Research Plan to Guide Inquiry, Plan & Manage
Short Guide to Planning Cooperative Inquiry (TA: 4A)
[[http://www.human-inquiry.com/cishortg.htm ]]
The Big 6 for Student Research (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://kailuain.k12.hi.us/library/research/research_plan.html
Research Project Step-by-Step Plan (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Getting-Started.html
Scientific Method (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://www.mrsaverettsclassroom.com/bio2-scientific-method.php
Investigating Scientifically (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/primary/scitech/investigate/hypoth.htm
Inquiry Investigations (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://tps.nl.edu/discoverythroughinquiry.pdf

Technology Terminology
Technology Terms for Kids (TA: 6A)
http://www.hostingreviews.com/technology-terms-for-kids/
Fact Monster (TA: 6A)
http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0006024.html
Tech Dictionary (TA: 6A)
http://techdictionary.com/
NetLingo (TA: 6A)
http://www.netlingo.com/
Flash Card Database (TA: 6A)
http://flashcarddb.com/cardset/29768-competency-9-technology-vocabulary-flashcards
Computer Parts/Vocabulary Links (TA: 6A)
http://smentech.org/subjects/computer_parts.html

Selecting and Applying Technology Tools
Technology For K-12 Education
http://www.intel.com/about/corporateresponsibility/education/k12/index.htm
Technology in Education
http://www.sun-associates.com/resources/bastools.html
Edudemic
http://edudemic.com/

8.2B

Significant Questions for Investigation
Testable Questions for Investigation (TA: 4A)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Getting-Started/Investigation.html
Research Plan to Guide Inquiry, Plan & Manage
Short Guide to Planning Cooperative Inquiry (TA: 4A)
http://www.human-inquiry.com/cishortg.htm
The Big 6 for Student Research (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://kailuain.k12.hi.us/library/research/research_plan.html
Research Project Step-by-Step Plan (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Getting-Started.html
Scientific Method (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://www.mrsaverettsclassroom.com/bio2-scientific-method.php
Investigating Scientifically (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://www.curriculumsupport.education.nsw.gov.au/primary/scitech/investigate/hypoth.htm
Inquiry Investigations (TA: 3A, 4B)
http://tps.nl.edu/discoverythroughinquiry.pdf

8.2C

Collect and Analyze Data
Collect and Analyze Data from Community Toolbox(TA: 4C)
http://ctb.ku.edu/en/tablecontents/chapter37/section5.aspx
Create a Graph (TA: 4C)
http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx
Data Analysis & Graphs (TA: 4C)
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project_data_analysis.shtml
Investigation: Set Up and Collect Data (TA: 4C)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Science-Fair-Projects/Investigation-Set-Up-and-Collect-Data.html
BrainPop Graphs (TA: 4C)
http://www.brainpop.com/math/dataanalysis/graphs/preview.weml

8.2E

Discuss Trends and Make Predictions
BrainPop Graphs (TA: 4C)
http://www.brainpop.com/math/dataanalysis/graphs/preview.weml
Collect and analyze data from Community Toolbox(TA: 4C, 3D)
http://ctb.ku.edu/en/tablecontents/chapter37/section5.aspx
How to Make Predictions from a Graph (TA: 1D, 3D)
http://www.ehow.com/how_4481030_make-predictions-from-graph.html
Process Data and Communicate Results
Create a Graph (TA: 4C, 3D)
http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx
Data Analysis & Graphs (TA: 4C, 3D)
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project_data_analysis.shtml

Multiple Audiences
Who are you writing the lab for?
http://www.the-writers-craft.com/point-of-view-in-literature-perspectives.html

Variety of Media Formats
Types of Communication Medium (TA:2B) http://www.communicationtoolbox.com/types_of_communication_medium.html
For Teachers: Electronic Media in the Service of Adolescents (TA: 2B)
http://futureofchildren.org/publications/journals/article/index.xml?journalid=32&articleid=59&sectionid=278
For Teachers: Communication for Students (TA: 2B)
http://www.kidshelp.com.au/grownups/news-research/hot-topics/communication.php

Support Reasoning
Investigation: Analyze Data and Draw Conclusions (TA: 4E)
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/sciencefaircentral/Science-Fair-Projects/Investigation-Analyze-Data-and-Draw-Conclusions.html
Analyzing Data and Writing a Conclusion (TA: 4E)
http://resourcecommons.org/sites/default/files/Field%20Investigations_Section%202-part%203_lesson%202.pdf
Summarizing Your Data (TA: 4E)
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project_data_analysis_summarizing_data.shtml

8.3D

Operating Systems
Operating Systems (TA: 6C)
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/ComputerBasics/2
Managing and Organizing Files
File Organization Tips (TA: 6G)
http://www.microsoft.com/atwork/productivity/files.aspx#fbid=rsBhUyE-igL
How to Organize Your Computer Files (TA: 6F)
http://tips4pc.com/articles/computer%20maintenance/how_to_organise_your_computer_fi.htm

Troubleshooting Technology
Troubleshooting Tech Trouble (TA: 6F)
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/ComputerBasics/15

Using Text, Raster, and Vector Graphics
Raster vs. Vector Graphics (TA: 1A)
http://www.webcoursesbangkok.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-vector-and-raster-images/
Graphics and Animations (under Products, Multimedia)(TA: 1A)
http://bisd-it.wikispaces.com/Resources

Applications
What is an application? (local input source) (TA: 6J)
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/ComputerBasics/3
Web Apps and the Cloud (remote input sources) (TA: 6J)
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/ComputerBasics/4

Copyright and Fair Use
Copyright & Fair Use (TA: 5A)
http://bisdlmc.pbworks.com/w/page/8743392/Copyright%20and%20Fair%20Use
Creative Commons (TA: 5A)
http://creativecommons.org/
Open Source (TA: 5A)
http://computer.howstuffworks.com/question435.htm
Open Source: You Know, For Kids! (TA: 5A)
http://www.networkworld.com/community/open-source-for-kids
Public Domains FAQ (TA: 5A)
http://www.teachingcopyright.org/handout/public-domain-faq
Citations
Citation Tools (TA: 5B)
http://bisdlmc.pbworks.com/w/page/8743390/Citation%20Tools

Technology Terminology
Technology Terms for Kids (TA: 6A)
http://www.hostingreviews.com/technology-terms-for-kids/
Fact Monster (TA: 6A)
http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0006024.html
Tech Dictionary (TA: 6A)
http://techdictionary.com/
NetLingo (TA: 6A)
http://www.netlingo.com/
Flash Card Database (TA: 6A)
http://flashcarddb.com/cardset/29768-competency-9-technology-vocabulary-flashcards
Computer Parts/Vocabulary Links (TA: 6A)
http://smentech.org/subjects/computer_parts.html

Other helpful resources for research:
BISD Library Media Center Electronics Resources Toolkit
http://bisdlmc.pbworks.com
Hughes MS Library Page
http://destiny.burlesonisd.net/common/servlet/presenthomeform.do?l2m=Home&tm=Home&l2m=Home
Kerr MS Library Page
http://destiny.burlesonisd.net/common/servlet/presenthomeform.do?l2m=Home&tm=Home&l2m=Home

http://www.midwayisd.org/Page/685

Social Studies

Typing Programs: (to be used after tests on test days)

GCF Learning Free - http://www.gcflearnfree.org/
TuxType - need to request to have loaded on computers first
Here is a link to download tuxtype to try to see if you like it

Unit 1:

Dipity.com
Tickytocky.com
13 ColoniesCan you name the original 13 American colonies?

Unit 2: Various History games

Geography GamesWorld GeographyCan you pick the countries of the world without making a mistake?
Historical EventsCan you name the years these events occurred?Can you name the facts in this second US history grab bag?Can you pick the decade by event?
Unit 3:Technology ProjectResource

2011 American Revolution Technology Project.doc

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Political PartiesCan you name the US political parties that have received at least one electoral vote?PreambleCan you complete words to the Preamble of the Constitution?GovernmentCan you name the types of government, given the World Factbook definitions?Can you name the words that the letter stand for in these acronyms, used by the US government?
Civics
iCivicsGames from Texas Law Related Education
Pledge of AllegianceCan you name the words to the US Pledge of Allegiance?Can you name the words to the Texas Pledge of Allegiance?Bill of Rights & AmendmentsCan you name the words of the first four amendments of the Bill of Rights?Can you name the US Constitutional amendments from the clues?Can you pick the rights contained in the Bill of Rights of the US Constitution?

Unit 4

U.S. StatesCan you name the US states?Can you name the US states without looking?Can you name the US states by their name origins?Can you name the US states in order of admission to the Union?Can you name the states by their various 'official' items and nicknames?Can you name the US states and capitals with their 1st, 2nd, and last letters removed?Can you name the states that fit each of the following categories?Can you name the state(s) that fall into each of the following categories?Can you name the US Presidents and states in order?Can you name the/a US state from each range in order of...?

Unit 5:

Unit 6: Battle Hymn of the Republic

Facebook Instructions
Facebook Template

U.S. PresidentsCan you name the Presidents of the USA?Can you name the President who signed these pieces of legislation?Can you name the last US President to fit each clue?Can you name the US Presidents 1-20 from the haiku?Can you name the US Presidents 21-44 from the haiku?Can you name the US Presidents in order of the number of letters in their last names?Can you name the US Presidents from their postage stamps?Can you name the missing words from these presidential campaign slogans?Can you name the US Presidents by the number or years they served in office?Can you name the US Presidents by the First Lady or Spouse(s)?Can you name the US Presidents without knowing the ones you have already guessed?Can you name the first and last names, respectively, for consecutive presidents?Can you name the US President that served during the decade given?US PresidentsAmerican Presidency Game ShowWar of 1812Experience the Life of a Sailor

Unit 8:

Confederate StatesCan you name the Confederate States of America?

ELA

Unit 1:

Google Doc
MS Word

Unit 3:

Other helpful resources for research:
BISD Library Media Center Electronics Resources Toolkit
http://bisdlmc.pbworks.com
Hughes MS Library Page
http://destiny.burlesonisd.net/common/servlet/presenthomeform.do?l2m=Home&tm=Home&l2m=Home
Kerr MS Library Page
http://destiny.burlesonisd.net/common/servlet/presenthomeform.do?l2m=Home&tm=Home&l2m=Home